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Check out the likely Internacional lineup to face Flamengo in the Libertadores
19 Ago 2025 | 21:26
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After weeks of intense pressure and results below expectations, Flamengo decided to have Tite leave the technical command. The change, which took many by surprise, came at a time of high expectations from the fans, who expected a recovery in the Brasileirão and a solid performance in the Libertadores. However, the outcome of the last matches and the dissatisfaction behind the scenes culminated in his dismissal. To fill the position, Rubro-Negro opted for an internal and bold solution: Filipe Luís, who had been acting as a player, was promoted to the position of coach of the club.
The choice of Flamengo's decision to appoint Filipe Luís as coach is justified by the leadership profile and tactical knowledge that the former left-back demonstrated throughout his career. At 38 years old, the now coach had already been appointed as a commanding voice within the squad and was considered a reference for younger players. The decision reflects the board's investment in someone who knows the club's philosophy and who can bring stability in a time of turbulence. It remains to be seen how this transition, from player to coach, will occur in a club where the pressure for results is constant.
A MORE SOLID PROJECT
Tite, on the other hand, leaves Flamengo without having won the expected titles. Hired with pomp and circumstance, his arrival was seen as a watershed for Rubro-Negro, which hoped to regain its leading role in national and international football. However, the irregular performance and lack of tactical evolution weighed against the coach, who was unable to achieve a consistent sequence of victories. The coach's early departure rekindles a common question in Gávea: could the lack of patience and the constant rotation of coaches be harming the construction of a solid project?
FLAMENGO VERY STRONG BEHIND THE SCENES
On the other hand, the choice of Filipe Luís carries strong symbolism. He is not only a respected player at the club, but also a beloved figure among the fans. With successful passages in Europe and important achievements with the Brazilian team, Filipe brings a track record that qualifies him for a challenge of this size. His serious attitude and knowledge of the game make many believe he could be a "homegrown" version of coaches like Xavi and Zidane, who also began their careers as coaches at clubs they knew deeply.
The new agreement will bring the Rio de Janeiro club R$268 million per year and positions the team among the biggest contracts in world football with the betting house.
19 Ago 2025 | 23:38 |
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Flamengo's Deliberative Council approved, this Tuesday (19), the master sponsorship contract with Betano , one of the global leaders in sports betting. The link will begin on August 20, 2025 and will remain valid until December 31, 2028 , guaranteeing the club R$268 million per season. The agreement is considered the largest ever signed in national football.
The partnership includes brand exposure on the uniforms of the professional team and also on Olympic sports such as volleyball, basketball, and women's soccer. Additionally, the company will be featured on Flamengo TV content, expanding commercial integration and global visibility. The board emphasizes that the agreement is not limited to financial support, but opens doors to new business opportunities.
With values comparable to those of European football giants, the contract brings Flamengo closer to clubs like Real Madrid, PSG, and Barcelona. For comparison, Flamengo's partnership surpasses sponsorships from clubs like Ajax, whose partnership with Ziggo generates only €8 million (approximately R$51 million) per year. This amount places the Brazilian team in 10th place in the world rankings for largest sponsorship deals.
This Wednesday (20), at 8:30 am, president Luiz Eduardo Baptista , known as Bap, will be live on Flamengo TV alongside Guilherme Augusto Figueiredo, General Director of Betano Brasil. The conversation will be led by João Guilherme and will cover the details of the negotiation considered historic.
The striker is accompanying the delegation to Porto Alegre for the match against Internacional, but is experiencing a period of uncertainty and low minutes.
19 Ago 2025 | 22:44 |
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Striker Juninho traveled with the Flamengo squad to Porto Alegre, where the team faces Internacional this Wednesday (20) , for the decisive clash of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. However, the player's use is not yet confirmed . Out of the last match against Colorado for the Brazilian Championship, the center forward lost space in recent weeks and was not related in three consecutive games, including the first leg duel at Maracanã.
Internally, the club's board is evaluating the athlete's future, as he has received inquiries from Saudi Arabian football clubs, with loan proposals rejected by the club. Previously, Juninho was close to a move to Sevilla earlier this year.
Negotiations, however, were halted after coach Filipe Luís intervened, contacting the striker to convince him to join Mengão's project. The investment was substantial: R$37.2 million to acquire the number 23, who currently has no place on the team.
In 2025, Juninho played 22 matches for Flamengo , scoring just three goals and providing no assists. He played 726 minutes that season, almost always sporadically used by Filipe Luís. In the Carioca Championship, he appeared in eight matches and scored two goals.
He has already played six times in the Brasileirão, without finding the net. In the Libertadores, he played four games and scored one goal , while in the national cups and the Club World Cup, he failed to stand out.
Colorado will have important reinforcements such as Alan Patrick and Carbonero to face Flamengo in a decisive duel at Beira-Rio
19 Ago 2025 | 21:40 |
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Internacional has announced the players selected for the game against Flamengo , valid for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. The match will be played this Wednesday (20), at 9:30 pm, at the Beira-Rio Stadium. Colorado needs to win by two goals to qualify directly. If they win by just one goal, the decision will go to penalties.
The big addition to the Rio Grande do Sul delegation is striker Carbonero, who has recovered from a left thigh muscle injury. He's competing for a starting spot with Tabata, who returns from suspension. Another important addition is midfielder Alan Patrick, the team's captain , who was rested for the last Brasileirão match and is once again a key player in creating attacking plays.
Internacional's likely starting lineup to face Flamengo should include Rochet; Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho and Bernabei; Thiago Maia, Alan Rodríguez, Wesley, Alan Patrick and Carbonero (Tabata); Ricardo Mathias.
Goalkeepers: Anthoni and Rochet
Full-backs: Aguirre, Alan Benítez and Bernabei
Defenders: Clayton Sampaio, Juninho, Victor Gabriel and Vitão
Defensive midfielders: Alan Rodríguez, Bruno Henrique, Luis Otávio, Richard, Ronaldo and Thiago Maia
Midfielders: Alan Patrick, Gustavo Prado, Romero and Tabata
Forwards: Borré, Carbonero, Ricardo Mathias and Valencia
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